Chad Duell Leaves General Hospital After 14 Years

Chad Duell, known for his role as Michael Corinthos on 'General Hospital', has announced his departure from the show after 14 years. In an emotional Instagram post, Duell expressed gratitude for the support from fans and the show's team, stating it felt like the right time to leave, but he hinted at a potential return with, 'This isn’t a goodbye—it’s a see you later.' His exit follows a trend of significant character departures, including Kelly Monaco's departure as Sam McCall, leaving fans concerned about the show's future. Executive producer Frank Valentini confirmed Duell's exit and noted there are no immediate plans to recast his role. Duell earned a Daytime Emmy Award in 2015 and has appeared in over 1,500 episodes of the iconic soap opera since 2010. Fans have reacted with sadness, mourning the loss of a key character in the series.